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We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a Biologist Researcher II. This position is located in West Jefferson, OH.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, execution, and reporting of laboratory experiments in toxicology, cell biology, and molecular biology within structured regulatory and quality frameworks (e.g. Select Agent regulations, ISO 9001, GLP).
- Conduct applied toxicology research, including in vitro assays (e.g., (cytotoxicity, cellular imaging) and assays supporting in vivo experiments (e.g., biomarker detection and enzyme activity determination in biological matrices).
- Select and develop technical approaches/solutions on complex assignments with occasional oversight. Develop and optimize new assays independently and under the guidance of senior scientists.
- Oversee technical efforts including: conducting technical work, producing quality results, preparing technical reports, and generating technical presentations within budget and schedule.
- Assisting in preparing scientific journal publications and presenting at professional meetings.
- Assisting in the development of proposals, marketing plans, and identifying business opportunities.
- Troubleshoots the testing process when expected results are not obtained. Recommends and executes paths forward to resolve analysis problems.
- Completes assigned project work within schedule and budget constraints.
- Foster effective project teams across the group. Train, mentor, and lead junior technical staff.
Key Qualifications
- A PhD 0+ post-degree experience, MS degree with 2+ post-degree experience, or a Bachelor’s with 4+ years of post-degree experience in pharmacology, toxicology, biology or a related field required.
- Experience in laboratory-based studies.
- Foundational knowledge of in vitro methods (e.g., mammalian cell culture, common cell-based assays).
- Experience with multiwell plate-based assays (i.e., colorimetric, fluorescent, and/or luminescent assays).
- Proactive approach to problem solving and commitment to achieving quality results on schedule.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Experience with training less experienced staff in laboratory techniques.
- Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
- Sufficiently medically fit to work in the laboratory to perform assigned duties including the ability to wear personal protection equipment (PPE), lift up to 50 pounds, participate in vaccination programs as needed, and work in the proximity of hazardous/infectious materials.
- Ability to obtain/maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.
- Ability to obtain/maintain CDC approval to work with BSAT material.
- Must be willing to participate in random drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in toxicology, cell biology, genomics, or related field.
- Experience with organoids, microphysiological systems, and/or related complex cell culture models.
- Experience developing new technical procedures and troubleshooting assays.
- Experience with assay qualification/validation.
- Experience working within laboratory quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO17025, GLP).
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
- Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
- Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
- Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
- Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
- Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
- Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
- Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
- Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
- Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
- Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
- Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
- Give back to and improve our communities
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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